Kathryn E. Thomas

Kathryn G. Thomas serves as a Contracting Officer for the PBS R1 National Contracts Team within the General Services Administration’s Public Buildings Service, where she plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions to modernize federal infrastructure. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for commercial and institutional building construction, architectural planning, and engineering services, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and alignment with GSA’s mission to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable federal facilities. Her portfolio primarily encompasses design-build, construction management, and professional services contracts critical to maintaining and upgrading government-owned buildings nationwide. Thomas cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse range of contractors, including large-scale construction firms, architectural practices, and engineering consultants. She engages with vendors through competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements under FAR Part 15, prioritizing performance-based outcomes and technical excellence. Her contracting approach emphasizes transparency, risk mitigation, and contractor accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering complex, mission-critical infrastructure projects. Her procurement patterns reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly one-third of her awards structured as set-asides. She consistently utilizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and frequently employs HUBZone set-asides to support economically disadvantaged communities. While the majority of her acquisitions remain open to all competitors, her deliberate use of socioeconomic programs demonstrates a balanced approach to promoting competition and expanding opportunities for certified small businesses. Thomas specializes in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 541310 (Architectural Services), with additional focus on engineering services and site preparation. Her expertise lies in procuring integrated design-build solutions, facility renovations, and technical services for federal courthouses, administrative buildings, and other institutional properties, ensuring compliance with sustainability standards and federal facility codes.